Sunpak 620-080 8001UT Tripod with Extra Quick-Release Mounting Plate

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Product Description
Extending to over 60", Sunpak's 8001UT is able to support equipment weighing as much as 6 lbs. 9 oz. The 8001UT offers a rock-solid 25mm leg diameter, and provides all the features found on the Sunpak 6601UT, while weighing only a mere 10 oz. more.

Product Details
  • Versatile camera tripod with extra quick-release mounting plate for second camera --- compare to SunPak Medium Duty 64.6" tripod
  • Quick-release platform with integral bubble level for precise leveling
  • Second circular bubble level at critical tripod collar for precise alignment
  • Precision-geared center column with 1/4 x 20 accessory mounting stud
  • Adjusts to more than 60 inches tall; supports up to 6 pounds, 9 ounces

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Stable Platform
 
Review Date: March 2, 2010
Reviewer: Rassoul, Illinois
I needed a stable platform for my digital camera so I could do videos and long distance shots. This Sunpak is perfect for my needs. Both my wife and I have cameras so the two plates with the quick release feature is perfect if we want to switch cameras when filming.

My only complaint right now is how do you get the extra 1/4-20 mount off the base of the tripod without damaging the tube? I hope I will never need it, and I don't really anticipate having to ever use it.

I got this tripod at a good price and I personally can't imagine getting better utility for more money.
Want great shots? Get this tripod!
 
Review Date: February 28, 2010
Reviewer: D. Topor, So. Cal. - USA
This tripod is well suited for amateur and travel use as it's inexpensive and relatively lightweight. Very sturdy with retractable spikes in the feet, and the controls all work pretty smoothly. I would post some pics of this tripod, but they would look bad without the use of it! Great item!
Good Enough!!! Suficientemente bueno!!
 
Review Date: February 28, 2010
Reviewer: Cristina Altagracia Payano Ramirez, Miami, Florida, US
There are enough english reviews: Este trípode en una maravilla!! Obtienes lo que esperabas y el precio especial (Veintiocho dolares con envío) es verdaderamente un regalo. Es ligero, pero fuerte y estable. El metal ha de ser realmente durable. Tiene, ademas del sistema de liberación rápida del equipo, dos burbujas niveladoras, para obtener un horizonte sin distorsiones, a no ser que quieras luego hacer cierta toma desde cierto angulo. Y aun quieras inventar con nuevos ángulos y planos, es necesario que partas de una posición "neutral" correcta y esta estabilidad y nivelación lo garantiza el Sunpak 620-080 8001UT.

La altura del trípode es sorprendente, yo nunca había tenido la oportunidad de hacer imágenes desde 60 pulgadas por encima del suelo, la verdad es una experiencia interesante!! Quiere decir que con esta altura tienes ademas unas posibilidades creativas excepcionales.

En fin: Sistema de liberación rápida; burbujas de nivel; estabilidad; altura; calidad de materiales de fabricación; son las características mas destacables de este trípode profesional. Es un trípode para trabajos profesionales de bajo presupuesto: Fotografías de eventos, fotografía fija de cortometrajes, etc. Estoy contenta de haber comprado este trípode por tan buen precio!!
Great value for money
 
Review Date: January 29, 2010
Reviewer: NSC,
Reasonably light and compact, extends fairly tall. Stable enough for indoor still photography. Pan/tilt motion is jerky and imprecise, but that's an acceptable tradeoff for the price. I'll upgrade to something better later, and then this tripod will enjoy its retirement holding Speedlites.
Every photographer who does not have a tripod, should buy this
 
Review Date: December 9, 2009
Reviewer: Just a guy, Westchester, NY
The 8001UT is the best basic tripod I have found. I have been using this for a few years - first with my film SLR and now with my digital Nikon D3000 SLR.

It is lightweight, stable and the quick release head is its best feature. The quick release head lets you VERY easily take the camera from your hand to the tripod, without having to deal with the screw attachment. There is a small plate that just stays on the bottom of the camera.

The quick release legs always work great and have held up well under heavy use.

Sure, the tilt and pan will not work very well for video because it is not the smoothest mechanism in the world, but for a basic tripod, it works great.

In my humble opinion, buy this or spend ten or twenty times more for a very high end tripod. Anything in the middle is a waste of money and you will not find anything near this quality for less money.

If you are not a professional photographer, this is the tripod for you. It is the right choice for 98% of people looking to buy a tripod.

Unconditional recommendation to everyone but a professional (or anyone taking very very long night exposures).
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